OK Kids Days near Wichita
Outdoor Kansas Kids (O.K. Kids) is a statewide program coordinated by Kansas Wildscape, and we usually see several O.K. Kids Day events near Wichita each year. These are always so much fun – and FREE! The mission of O.K. Kids is “To provide multiple outdoor recreation opportunities for Kansas youth with adult partnering and mentoring […]
Evolve Park & Recreation Classes for Winter
The winter EVOLVE activity guide enrollment is now open. Register for your favorite Park and recreation classes now. How about finding a hobby, picking up another career, improving your fitness or helping your kids learn something new? Maybe you’d like to make some friends who share your interests? The City of Wichita’s Evolve activities guide is […]
Experience El Dorado Kansas
Are you looking for a little getaway or want to spend some time outside of the City? El Dorado is a easy drive and close to Wichita, with lots of fun activities, museums, and a really cute downtown. El Dorado, Kansas, is an excellent place for a day trip with many FREE things to experience. […]
Wichita Baseball Museum at Riverfront Stadium: FREE
The Wichita Baseball Museum is at the Riverfront Stadium, where the Wichita Wind Surge play. This museum is FREE to the public! The Museum Features: Trivia and historical artifacts showcasing Wichita’s baseball history, including Wichita’s all-black baseball team the Monrovians, the National Baseball Congress (NBC), along with preserved components of Lawrence-Dumont Stadium. Visitors are welcome […]
City Arts in Downtown Wichita
City Arts is a museum in downtown Wichita. It has a free museum for the community and excellent art classes for all ages. This is where you can be creative and allow everyone to express themselves through art. CityArts offers the opportunity to participate in diverse art programming throughout the year. Since it began in […]
Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State
The Ulrich Museum of Art is a FREE museum in Wichita. As the region’s source for modern and contemporary art, the Ulrich Museum of Art at Wichita State University connects viewers with artists and artworks that reflect our world today. Visitors can explore and enjoy 20th and 21st-century art with exhibitions that feature emerging and […]
McCormick School Museum
Wichita’s McCormick School building, designed by architects Proudfoot and Bird, is the oldest school building in Wichita. It’s now a museum that showcases the history of Wichita Public Schools. The McCormick School was built in 1890 and was the seventeenth elementary school in the Wichita Public School system. Tours of the McCormick School Museum are […]
Best Dog Parks in and around Wichita
Dog Parks in and around Wichita. Every dog needs the chance to be a dog meaning, they need to be able to run free every once in a while. The best part is this is a great FREE activity in Wichita! We have listed 7 dog parks to go visit. Going to the Dog Park […]
2nd Saturday Shopping Event in Wichita 2023
Save big at your favorite local retailers and restaurants in central Wichita. On the second Saturday of every month, local Wichita businesses in the Delano, Downtown, Old Town and Douglas Design districts offer special bargains and discounts as part of the 2nd Saturday shopping event in Wichita. Purchase a reusable shopping bag for $8 […]
Museums in Wichita
Wichita has some great Museums to visit and Museums are a great way to get out of the house to learn about history. By attending these museums, I have listed, you’re not only supporting the building and their preservation, but you are supporting the community. Who knows, maybe you’ll find out something you didn’t know […]
Urban Air Adventure Park
Urban Air in Wichita did an extensive renovation in 2023 with many new attractions. This place is an indoor adventure park where kids of all ages can explore thrilling attractions, challenge their bodies, and have fun. They are way more than just a trampoline park. They have a zip line, ropes course, climbing wall, and […]
Abilene Kansas one of the Top Historic Town in America
Abilene is one of the top two historic small towns in the country. According to the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau, for the second year in a row, Abilene was named runner-up in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Contest in the Best Historic Small Town category. Dwight D. Eisenhower said, “The proudest thing I can […]
The Ultimate Guide to Boredom Busting
Whether it’s the cold weather keeping you in or that lack of funds to go out and spend – these days it can be difficult to entertain yourself at home and not feel like you’re missing out on something! The reality is there are so many great opportunities to create memories or simply just increase […]
Wichita Sky Kings Basketball Team at Koch Arena
The Wichita Sky Kings is a newer Pro TBL basketball team in Wichita, KS. They will be playing at Koch Arean at Wichita State University. Each game is more than just a Basketball game. They have other entertainment like DJs, guest celebrities, and sometimes mini-concerts at halftime. It’s a fantastic blend of sports and entertainment! […]
The Original Pizza Hut in Wichita
Did you know that Pizza Hut was started in Wichita? In 1958 two brothers started a restaurant in a building on the corner of Bluff and Kellogg. They sold pizza, a dish that was beginning to gain popularity. They staffed it with family, friends, and fraternity brothers (from Wichita State University) and called it Pizza […]
Homeschool Resources
Did you know Wichita has a wealth of free educational resources homeschoolers can use? While many were intended for teachers in public or private schools, most of these free resources may be adaptable for your homeschool lesson plans. Most of Wichita’s museums and other educational organizations have educational resources online and are easily accessible to […]
Blast Off Bay Indoor Water Park Deals and Info
Wichita has a new indoor water park called Blast Off Bay. This is the newest attraction in town, and it’s now open. It’s located in Goddard, KS. We are excited to have Blast Off Bay, an entire indoor water park close to Wichita. This isn’t cheap (except on Thursdays), but its a cool destination to […]
Wendy’s Free Junior Bacon Cheeseburger for one Cent
Ring in the New Year with Wendy’s! Join them in their weeklong festivities for National Bacon Day, starting on Saturday, Dec. 30, and lasting through Tuesday, Jan. 2. Snag a Junior Bacon Cheeseburger for just one cent by simply logging into (or signing up for) Wendy’s Rewards program online or through their app. Don’t miss […]
Free Santa Event at Watson Park
Santa will be at OJ Watson Park in Wichita on December 22, 2023 for a FREE special event. Prepare for a dose of holiday magic as Santa Claus makes his way to town! We’re excited to extend a warm invitation to you and your family for our enchanting event at Watson Park this Friday, December […]
FREE YMCA Job Prep Program for Teens
The Greater Wichita YMCA offers a program for older teens that can help them land a job, be an awesome employee, and manage the money they’ll begin making. The Strong Communities campaign funds the FREE program and will provide participants with training on how to complete a job application, dress for success, handle an interview, and […]
25 Days of Holiday Activities: Free & Cheap Events in Wichita
We’ve compiled a list of Wichita’s favorite FREE or Cheap holiday activities and events in our ’25 Days of Holiday Fun’ list. There is so much happening around town; this is only a little taste of what’s happening. You can visit our community calendar for the complete list. If you’re searching for budget-friendly entertainment with […]
Ultimate List of Holiday Events & Deals in Wichita: December
We have made the ultimate list of deals and events in Wichita this December. This Holiday is filled with exciting events, Christmas movies, shopping deals, and Christmas light displays. ‘Tis the season for Christmas cheer and fantastic deals! Dive into the festive spirit with our curated selection of Christmas deals and a sleigh-full of fun […]
Frozen Sing-Along at Exploration Place
Step into the enchanting world of Arendelle and join us for an experience filled with music, laughter and the heartwarming tale of sisters Elsa and Anna as we watch the beloved film Frozen on the big screen in Kemper Theater. Throughout the movie, there will be fun surprises, interactive cues, a special appearance by Olaf […]
Lights at Ability Point formerly known as Arc’s Lights on St. Paul
Looking for a fantastic holiday light display to drive through? Unfortunately, after 27 years, the Lights at AbilityPoint is coming to an end. The last show was in 2023. Fulton Valley Farms has some of the former AbilityPoint lights and scheduled a give-back night on December 6 for the organization. You’ll love this Wichita classic. […]
Fun Family Games for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is just around the corner! This is the time to spend quality time with loved ones and celebrating everything that you are grateful for. Not only do you want to make room for all you can eat, but you want to make sure the family is entertained. In this list you will find several […]